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What do you like best about ActCAD?

Across is very easy to use and powerful tool. The menus are easy to use and also it is less costly.In general it is equivalent alternative for AutoCAD.Also it has every type of function required for basic engineering design. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

As of know to the extent I have used this tool I do Not found any cons of using this tool.As it is very cost effective as compared to the functions it provide.In my opinion it is best software . Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

First and foremost it is affordable and then when comes to its interface it is very easy to use.It consist of every type of function which is required for basic engineering design.ActCad is very good for working in 3D Geometry because its fast to get to the point with very accurate results. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What is ActCAD?

ActCAD is a native dwg/dxf cad software suitable for professional 2D drafting and 3D modeling projects. ActCAD is trusted by over 30000 users in over 103 countries for more than 10 years. The interface, commands, icons, dialogs, shortcuts etc. are very much similar to other popular cad software tools available in market. Flexible license types available even for single license. There is no learning for existing cad users while saving 80% of the costs. ActCAD offers free email technical support without any limitations. ActCAD can be fully customized and programs can be developed using our free API toolkit. It supports popular programming languages like , lisp dcl, .net, C++ etc. Apart from all regular commands, ActCAD offers many productive tools like pdf to cad converter, Block libraries, Image to Cad converter, handling point sets between Cad and Excel and many more. ActCAD is suitable for any high end professional projects in the domains of Architecture, Civil, Mechanical, Automotive.

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ActCAD has been consistently providing CAD Solutions for years and is the leading Indian CAD Software trusted by over 1 Million happy users worldwide. A power-packed genuine CAD Software available to you at a reasonable price.

How do you position yourself against your competitors?

ActCAD is a fully loaded professional-grade CAD software being used by thousands of real-time professionals in over 76 countries. The price is very affordable as we most of the open source technologies in our products. Below are our unique advantages:
1. Global validity of licenses
2. Self license transfer between computers
3. Free email technical support
4. Many add on modules and features
5. Up to date Technologies, new releases every month
6. Network Licensing supported
7. USB dongle licenses available for offline and confidential projects


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5.0 out of 5
"Replacing Autocad with Actcad"
1. Almost identical with Autocad. Autocad customisations can be easily transfered to Actcad 2. Run with minimal changes to existing Autolisp code....
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ActCAD is a robust CAD solution that delivers excellent functionality at an attractive price point. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just ...
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What do you like best about ActCAD?

ActCAD is a robust CAD solution that delivers excellent functionality at an attractive price point. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting in the field Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

ActCAD has a steep learning curve for advanced features, limited add-ons, and documentation that could be more comprehensive, with potential performance issues on older systems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

ActCAD solves problems of affordability, compatibility, and usability, providing a cost-effective, user-friendly platform with comprehensive tools that enhance productivity and streamline workflows for designers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

1. Almost identical with Autocad. Autocad customisations can be easily transfered to Actcad

2. Run with minimal changes to existing Autolisp code.

3. Perpetual Licence

4. Low price Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

1. Transparency+Style printing possible only by setting the system variable Plottransparencyoverride=1.

2. Print Preview needs a lot of improvement.

2. No European Steel Sections in Actcad Prime. This is a long-time pending request.

3. From time to time updating Actcad version using the Check for Updates icon fails.

4. The PDF to DWG/DXF add on crushes.

5. No VBA available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

Replacing completely Autocad. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

Robust Features, Relatively Customizable, Seems to be well-built and stable Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

Switched computers and didn't log out on the now wiped old computer (that I no longer have access to). I'm now entirely unable to activate my $400 license on my new computer. Have reached out on multiple occasions with no success. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

THEY AREN'T! I can't use the product I purchased Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

It is really an economical save. Going to the Indian Economy has been a blessing in disguise. I appreciate the multifacets of options. The use of Explorer Tabs really makes a difference to program a schedule. The render options are quick and rational. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

I haven't found the adaptation tools to be easy to follow. Lisp is the only track I can improve upon at the time junction. There are some drawing safety upends that might be compromised. There is not really a clear response to QA status quo, although the team does respond to true hierarchical problems. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

It seems even the Uniform Codes have debilitated some standins. I am able to recognize the distortions quickly. For logistics, having the dongle is a timesaver. Adjusting to the block library and the block reference attributes has become part of my arsenal. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Murali Krishna of ActCAD

Hello Refugio,

Thank you for the reply on g2 website. Check out our software there you can find help guide and the adaptation tools for the lisp files in the Developer Help option from the Help menu. After developing the lisps program load the file using the command APPLOAD and check and let us know. Feel free to contact support@actcad.com in case of any queries. we are always ready to help you.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

Autocad BIM is used to create the building information before building is constructed so that we have the cost and time schedule. This also help to have a proper schedule of construction. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

In this we don't have a option of real time syncing. Which give us to divide the area and then work on it Revit and other are good because of the real time syncing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

We creating a hospital in Phoenix Arizona for the mayo group. In that we using CadBIM. This helping us create do work very fast and processing time is reducing with help of this. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

The most helpful thing is it has most of the additional modelling and drafting tools required like block libraries,different converters etc.

Also it supports older versions of files. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

I am quite satisfied with this software as it include all the conventional feature and provides additional features which generally requires in modelling and BIM implementation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering ActCAD:

Everyone who work on similar software's will definitely find it helpful than current platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

With the help of actCAD we are solving modelling and drafting problems in construction field.

We are able to provide multiple outputs required in building construction on site. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

I use ActCAD to introduce and train people with low or no previous CAD experience. I like the simple functions, good tutorials and responsive customer care team. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

ActCAD is a beginners' program in my mind. I do not blame them, but they do not have a lot of advanced features, so eventually one has to transition to AutoCAD or Solidworks or the like. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

I am able to introduce newcomers to CAD in the span of an hour and leave them with tutorials on ActCAD, enabling me to save my own time and introducing newbies to CAD without overwhelming them. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

Der Umstieg von AutoCAD zu ActCAD erfolgte ohne Probleme. Die von mir erbetene Hilfe bei der Installation auf meinem PC unter Windows 10 war trotz meiner nicht guten Englisch-Kenntnisse schnell geschafft. Ein Hauptgrund zum Umstieg war der Wunsch nach einem kostengünstigen CAD-System, mit dessen Hilfe aktuelle AutoCAD- Dateien bearbeiten zu können. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

Es fehlen Manuals und Kurzanleitungen in deutscher Sprache. Dann wäre ActCAD perfekt.

Auch die Übersetzung der Menüs und Funktionsbezeichnungen in die deutsche Sprache ist an vielen Positionen noch nicht vollständig. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

Öffnen, bearbeiten, erstellen, drucken und austauschen von Dateien in der Haustechnikplanung.

Meine Frage vom 27.05.2021 nach Ursache und Funktion des Symbols unf damit zusammenhängende Programmabstürze wurden nicht beantwortet. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Murali Krishna of ActCAD

Thank you very much for your wonderful review. Check out our latest software ActCAD 2022, which features all the improvements you mentioned and better performance. If you have any questions, email support@actcad.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

Autocad fabrication is the best thing.

In this the fittings of duct or pipe are all according to market availability. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

Autocad has less flexibility for various commands like in alignment, we have to select the two points to align any elements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering ActCAD:

For any fabrication modeling, I prefer autocad BIM. With proper database, we can model the model with proper fittings and feasibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

It is a very good for fabrication drawing. With proper database, we can model with proper size and availability manufacturers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about ActCAD?

The of creating BIM models with easiness. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about ActCAD?

As of now there is nothing to dislike it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering ActCAD:

You may use this software to make your BIM modeling better and fast. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is ActCAD solving and how is that benefiting you?

The main benifit is to create BIM model with easiness. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.